Coulter Animal Hospital Blogs

Recognizing When Your Limping Pet Requires Emergency Care In most cases, your pet's lameness can wait until regular veterinary hours for evaluation. However, there are certain circumstances where immediate action is required, especially when accompanied by specific...

Ensuring Pet Water Safety: Five Tips for a Safe Swimming Experience As summer temperatures rise, you and your furry companion may seek relief by taking a refreshing swim. However, not all pets are natural swimmers, so it's essential to take proper precautions to...

The Significance of Preventing Heartworms in Pets To keep your pet healthy and free of diseases, it is crucial to not only give them regular vaccinations and wellness exams but also provide them with heartworm prevention. This is especially important since heartworm...

4 Tips to Help You Prepare for the Loss of Your Pet Losing a pet is always difficult, but taking steps to prepare beforehand can alleviate some of the emotional and mental burden. Below are four methods to help you prepare for and cope with your pet's eventual...

Keeping Your Dog Safe On Walks Turn March 30th into an unforgettable Take a Walk in the Park Day with your furry companion, but don't let any unexpected difficulties spoil it. Keep a lookout for potential dangers while you and your pet are out strolling so that...

Uncover the 5 Hidden Pet Hazards Lurking in Your Home During National Animal Poison Prevention Week (March 19-25), our team would like to spread awareness about a few of the most commonly known toxic household items that can harm our pets. #1: Medications Common...

Is Your Pet Experiencing a Dental Emergency?   If you've ever experienced the agony of a toothache, you understand how important it is to receive emergency treatment and pain relief. While your pet may not complain in the same way that people do when they are in...

3 Safe Pet Treats for Valentine’s Day   Although you show your furry friend just how much you love them every day, Valentine’s Day gives you the opportunity to shower them with even more adoration. While your pet cannot have chocolate, there are many other safe...

4 Things You Should Know About Canine Influenza   Cough, cough, cough. Hearing your pooch sound like they’re hacking up a lung not long after you had the flu may make you wonder if they contracted your illness. While your pup certainly can become sick with a...

Is My Pet Getting the Correct Amount of Daily Exercise They Need?   While all pets need exercise every day, the amount each cat or dog requires varies. Follow the guidelines below to create a general exercise plan, and take into account your pet’s age, breed, and...